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One of the bartenders suffered a ruptured spleen; he was charged with assaulting an officer when he recovered several days later. Though no longer called the Black Cat, the site is now home to Le Barcito, which is also a gay bar. If you were gay in the South in the s, New Orleans was the place to be.

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This curated collection largely reflects the bar and nightlife scene of downtown Manhattan; as we research more sites we encourage you to reach out to us with suggestions in upper Manhattan and the outer boroughs. Learn More. A portion of the ground floor and part of the basement of this former market building in the Meatpacking District was the home of Bar Room from to Drawing crowds of gay men with roots from countries In , Meow Mix opened as a sex-positive lesbian club known for its live music, though it is best remembered for its appearance in the film Chasing Amy.

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Though it came very close to closing in , a successful fundraising campaign helped the Tavern keep its doors open. Parties, theme nights and a good-looking group of dudes fill the multiple levels and lush roof deck. Live music each week, DJs, drag shows and themed events bring the party to this bar—a local favorite for nearly 50 years.

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Be sure to check the musical theme of the night before you go, as they play different styles from techno to rock every night. Cud is a trendy bar, always attracting a young crowd. Catch live DJs on Wednesday through Sunday, playing popular music and taking requests from whoever asks.